Tent Campsites in South Africa
11 bookable campsites with tent pitches in South Africa Sorted by our favourites
New FavouriteMoretele River Lodge
Hammanskraal, Gauteng, South Africa- Peaceful park by the Moretele river in the Dinokeng Game Reserve
- A 40-minute drive north of Pretoria; 45 minutes to Cullinan
- Outdoor pool and lake beach for swimming; game drives to book
- Favourite
Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Clarens, Free State, South Africa- Remote site deep in the stunningly scenic Maluti mountains
- Huge site with off-roading trails, hiking paths and river for fishing
- Top spot for stargazing, with clear night skies
New FavouriteBusa House
White River, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Well-maintained and peaceful campsite in Mpumalanga’s White River
- On the Panorama Route; Kruger National Park 45 minutes’ drive
- Private facilities and kitchens; pool and play area in leafy gardens
- Favourite
River Cottages Caravan and Camping
Riastuine AH, North West, South Africa- Peaceful spot on the banks of the Vaal River with fishing and canoeing
- Parys half an hour’s walk; Johannesburg one hour and 20 minutes’ drive
- Three swimming pools; barbecues and lapas; cafés and shops in Parys
- Favourite
Maru Djembe
Hoedspruit, Limpopo, South Africa- Campsite in untamed bushveld near Hoedspruit in Limpopo province
- A 45-minute drive to Kruger National Park and Blyde Dam river cruises
- Swimming pool, wildlife walks, shared barbecue and stargazing on site
New FavouriteHarriets Venture
Thabazimbi, Limpopo, South Africa- Small, scenic Limpopo site at the foot of the Kransberg mountains
- A 10-minute drive to the entrance gate for Marakele National Park
- Swimming pool, shared firepit and lots of space for kids to play
- Favourite
Springbok Caravan Park
Springbok, Northern Cape, South Africa- Peaceful site one mile out of Springbok town
- Deep in Namaqualand; excellent stopover for trips to and from Namibia
- Pool and laundry services on site; well-maintained facilities
- Favourite
Meijersrust Farm
De Rust, Western Cape, South Africa- Spacious farm site at the foot of the Swartberg mountains
- A 10-minute drive from Meiringspoort waterfall; Oudtshoorn 30 minutes
- A family-run working farm in the Klein Karoo; wild swimming possible
- Favourite
Solitude on Somerset
Bathurst, Eastern Cape, South Africa - Favourite
Modimolle Holiday Resort
Modimolle, Limpopo, South Africa- Family holiday park in shady bushveld near Modimolle in Limpopo
- Half an hour’s drive to Thaba Kwena Crocodile Farm and game reserves
- Shared barbecue, swimming pools, sports courts and kids’ entertainment
- Favourite
Op-i-Plaas Bush Camp
Ohrigstad, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Rural bush site off the R36 15 minutes' drive from Ohrigstad
- Handy stopover for travellers on the Panorama Route
- Artist-owned site with sculptures and other works on display
- Favourite
Valley View Backpackers
Graskop, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Family-friendly site on the stunningly scenic Panorama Route
- A 50-minute drive from Kruger National Park, 75 minutes from Nelspruit
- Hot showers, kitchen facilities, bike rental, free tea/coffee, parking
- Favourite
Numbi Caravan Park
Hazyview, Mpumalanga, South Africa- 10-hectare site set in subtropical garden surrounds
- A 15-minute drive to Kruger National Park; 45 to Blyde River Canyon
- Outdoor pool, bar-restaurant, shared kitchen and 24-hour security
- Favourite
Op-Die-Plaas Kamp
Ladismith, Western Cape, South Africa- On a working farm with mountainous scenery and trees all around
- Towerkop Nature Reserve within 10 mins’ drive, Amalienstein in 35 mins
- Play area, barbecues and firepits; hikes straight from the site
- Favourite
At The Nest
Rouxville, Free State, South Africa- Garden-filled 21-hectare site just off the Friendly N6 Route
- A 10-minute drive from Aliwal North and two hours from Bloemfontein
- Retro-style diner on site for breakfasts, meals and drinks
- Favourite
Arch Rock Resort
Plettenberg Bay, Northern Cape, South Africa- Spectacularly set beachfront site with stunning views
- Monkeyland primate sanctuary right next door
- Clean and up to date amenities including separate ladies' and gents'
- Favourite
Tuff Top Estates
Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa- Peaceful site on the banks of the Renosterspruit river
- A 20-minute drive from central Bloemfontein; 10 minutes from airport
- Well-kept gardens with swimming pool and lots of space to play games
- Favourite
Elundini Backpackers
Hogsback, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Eco-friendly rural site in Elundini, high in the Amatola mountains
- Half an hour's drive from Hogsback
- Community activities including bread baking and Xhosa language lessons
- Favourite
Pabala Private Nature Reserve
Lourie, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Private game reserve 15 minutes' drive from the N2 Garden Route
- Half an hour's drive from the beach and watersports at Jeffreys Bay
- Pool, bar, braai area and organised excursions on site
- Favourite
Areena Riverside Resort
East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa